VIZCAYA MUSEUM AND GARDENS MASTER PLAN UPDATE

Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee · 2026-09-09 · resolution

Resolution approving the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens 2026 Master Plan, including the proposed relocation of Villa Serena to Vizcaya Village. The plan covers a 50-acre site. The resolution authorizes the Commissioner of District 7 to conduct due diligence and negotiate an agreement for the relocation of Villa Serena, which is fully funded by philanthropist Kenneth C. Griffin, who also pledged a $5,000,000.00 endowment. The Trust must secure regulatory approvals from the State Historic Preservation Officer, the City of Miami, and all other agencies with jurisdiction before any renovation, construction, or relocation. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on 9/9/2026. The item is scheduled for the BCC agenda on 10/6/2026 as item 11A. The resolution was introduced on 6/24/2026. The prime sponsor is Raquel A. Regalado. The file number is 261164. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel/folio number, or zoning change. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.